Four bedrooms with planning permission to extend (P1784/20/FUL)
Crookham Cottage is a detached four-bedroom cottage set in just under an acre, with a stable yard and pasture paddock — ideal for a smallholding or equestrian use. The site benefits from planning permission (P1784/20/FUL) to extend and building work began in 2023 to convert into a four‑bed house, offering clear scope for further renovation and value creation. Panoramic rural views and gated access to parking and paddock add to the property's appeal for countryside living.
The house retains period stone construction and double glazing, heated predominantly by wood log burners and a boiler with radiators; three rooms also have electric heaters. A recently inspected septic tank serves the property. Practical drawbacks include an EPC rating of F, very slow broadband, and signs of wear requiring modernization — the roof and some external areas are noted as needing attention. Council tax is band E.
This lot is offered via a traditional online auction in September 2025 and will be sold to the highest bidder once the timer expires (subject to reserve). Buyers should note the auction fees, the 10% exchange deposit requirements and responsibility for the seller’s legal fees; check the legal pack for full costs and conditions before bidding. The property sits in a quiet lane on the edge of Blakeney, with miles of Forest hacking nearby and village amenities within reach.
Crookham Cottage will suit buyers seeking a private countryside project with scope to extend and create a productive smallholding or equestrian home. It is less suitable for those needing high‑speed internet, a turnkey residence, or low ongoing maintenance.
